Industrial Maintenance Tech; 3rd Shift

Core Requirements

• Welding - Must be able to arc and hi-arc weld.
• Electrical - Must possess extensive experience with 3‑phase wiring, electrical controls, programmable controllers, and must possess strong troubleshooting abilities.
• Refrigeration - Familiar with ammonia systems used for refrigeration.
• Hours:
  
  Start times may vary, normally 8½ hour shifts per day (overtime may be required).

The Dairy Industrial Maintenance Mechanic shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: repairs and maintenance of mechanical, air, electrical and hydraulic components of equipment such as processing, blow‑molding, filling and material‑handling equipment; following blueprints, wiring diagrams, and specifications and using hand tools, power tools, welders and precision measuring instruments. Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.

Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas, inspecting and measuring parts to detect wear, misalignment or other problems. Remove and replace worn or defective parts of drive mechanisms or hydraulic systems using hand tools and power tools. Re‑align and adjust components, such as spindles and clutches, following diagrams. Locate damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines, measure, cut, thread and install new pipe.

Start machines and equipment to test operation following repair. Repair broken parts using brazing, soldering, and welding equipment and hand tools. May modify computer‑controlled functions on various equipment. Must be able to work in very hot (over 100°F) and extremely cold (20°F below zero) and wet, humid environments for extended periods. Must be able to bend, crawl, climb, squat, and work at both above‑head and ground‑level positions during repair and maintenance operations.

Must keep work area safe and clean and work in a safe and efficient manner. Will be required to work with and understand boilers, refrigeration, hydraulic, air, electrical, and other plant systems. Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions, and use blueprint, wiring diagrams and service manuals, and fill out written reports.

Entry level

Full‑time

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